Consultant Psychiatrist, Liaison - Frimley Park - FTC - May 2027

This is a Fixed Term post until May 2027 and the Consultant Psychiatrist will be responsible for providing clinical input & leadership to Liaison Psychiatry for Working Age Adult based at Frimley Park Hospital & working alongside a multidisciplinary team in line with New Ways of Working. The liaison service has been a well-established service providing liaison inputs for many years. In addition, the directorate offers Liaison Psychiatry services within Surrey's five major District General Hospitals. There has been considerable focus & interest in Liaison services by commissioners, & the post holder will work alongside the managers on directly influencing the delivery of services to the Acute Hospital to suit local needs in East Surrey, Epsom General, Frimley Park, Royal Surrey County & St. Peter's Hospitals. If you want to make a meaningful difference to people's lives & support the integration of mental & physical health care, we'd love to hear from you.

The Consultant will support the existing staff in assessing, diagnosing & managing referrals for Working Age Adults presenting with mental health problems & to provide medical expertise & support to Frimley Park Hospital staff involved in looking after patients with adult mental health presentations. In addition, the Consultant will supervise the clinical caseload of the team members & the work of any trainee doctors who may be attached to the service. The role will also support the existing liaison team in deciding the most appropriate intervention for patients referred to the service. This will include facilitating discharge planning & timely communication with Primary Care, CMHRSs or Inpatient Services. The clinical work will involve the assessment & psychiatric treatment of patients directly or through the supervision of other team members. Our Offer: NHS Consultant grade £113,565 - £150,569 per annum + £149 fringe + on- call requirement NHS pension employers contribution 23.7% from day one Company Car Lease Scheme Discounted Nuffield Gym Membership and many more. Please check our benefits here:Medical : Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust for other benefits.